Emergency Services Guide · MauritiusEmergency Services Guide in Mauritius
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal), 999 (police)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 20-30 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with regional hospitals
• Trauma Centers: Main facilities in Port Louis and Beau Bassin
• Language Support: English and French widely spoken in emergency services
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
999
Fire
995
Medical
114
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~25 min
Response times vary by region, with urban areas having faster emergency services due to proximity of medical facilities
Hospital System
Comprehensive public healthcare system with both government hospitals and private medical facilities across the island
Major Trauma Centers
Limited but functional trauma centers in main urban areas with advanced medical capabilities
Specialized Care:
- Burn treatment
- Cardiac care
- Emergency surgery
Language Support
Emergency services primarily operate in English and French, with multilingual operators
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